This year was a bad one for New Bern area pecans, thanks to the unwelcome visit of one blustery Irene. All the unripe nuts were blown off the trees before they could be harvested. Fortunately, I found pecans at Sam's Club and I still have some in my freezer from last year. I love the buttery flavor of pecans, especially in shortbread cookies where they can be the star. Like this recipe from Ina Garten. These are simple cookies, but oh, so very good, with a nice flavor from almond and vanilla extracts. Read more....
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I love that photo.
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